Gabrielle McDonald
Bear,DE
Summary
Diligent Professional with comprehensive background in exercise science. Skilled in strength training, cardiovascular conditioning, and nutritional guidance. Known for reliability, strong communication skills, and client-centered approach in empowering clients through collaborative means while promoting strong self advocacy.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional/Employment Coach
Ability Fousced
08.2025 - Current
- Assists with Job training for employment for people with physical and/or intellectual disabilities.
- Assists with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Assists clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Documents progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
Exercise Specialist & Direct Support Professional
Endless Possibilities Within The Community [EPIC]
10.2023 - 08.2025
- Developed individualized exercise programs based on clients' needs and goals and provided one-on-one and group fitness training plans for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Created inviting fitness spaces that welcome and include people with diverse backgrounds, abilities, and orientations, while adapting instruction methods based on the client's learning style, abilities, and preferences.
- Collaborated with the team to plan and execute ideas and techniques to implement and support behavioral, personal, and community needs for clients.
- Use electronic health record systems for quality assurance of client services, records, and progress according to DDDS [Division of Developmental Disabilities Services] standards.
Group Fitness Instructor
ChristianaCare Hospital
10.2023 - 05.2025
- Cultivated a welcoming atmosphere for all skill levels, promoting inclusivity and accessibility within group fitness classes.
- Planned and executed group fitness sessions with warm-ups and cool-downs.
- Instructed high-energy, instructor-led exercise classes designed to improve cardiovascular health, muscular strength, and flexibility while demonstrated proper technique for exercises to ensure the safety of participants.
- Continuously updated personal knowledge of industry trends and best practices, ensuring the provision of cutting-edge instruction techniques.
Exercise Physiologist
CardioKinetics
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Conducted stress testing and biometric screenings for various intra and inter-state contractors, public safety, and law enforcement departments.
- Reviewed medical records to determine exercise and testing precautions and contra-indications prior to patient visit and and how to effectively perform various testing methods correctly and safely.
- Provided health and wellness guidance to the company clients, including personalized goal-setting and general health and nutrition information
- Developed exercise programs and taught group exercises for low, medium, and high-risk clients to improve strength, flexibility, endurance, and circulatory functioning by exercise science standards with clients from the Delaware Technical Community Colleges, Wilmington University, Stonegates senior living, and the Main Line Health hospital systems.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX05.2022
Some College (No Degree) - No Degree [University Studies]
Texas A&M University
College Station, TXSkills
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Effective Time Management
- Team leadership
- Ability to work in a team
- Customer Service
- Ability to Work Under Pressure
- Communication Skills
- Adaptability
- Ability to Multitask
- Fast Learner
Certification
- First Aid/CPR/AED Certificate, [American Red Cross] - [07/2024]
- Certified Group Fitness Instructor, [NASM] - [10/2023]
- Certified Personal Trainer, [NASM] - [05/2024]
Professional References
- Brighton Hopkins- Program Director at EPIC Delaware - Contact: 351 George Williams Way, Newark, DE 19702 - bhopkins@epicdelaware.org - 302-983-4795 or 302-468-0160
- Alex Wade- Site Manager at Delaware Technical Community College Wellness Center - Contact: 300 Orange St, Wilmington, DE 19801 - Alex.wade@cardiokinetics.com - 231-578-4003.
- Becki O'Neill- Fitness Manager & Personal Trainer at Riddle Hospital Fitness Center - Contact: 1068 W Baltimore Pike, Media, PA 19063 - becki@move2betraining.com - 302-553-8651.
- Emelio Williams- President of Valeo Futbol club - Contact: 125 Wells Ave Newton, MA 02459 - emelio@valeofc.com - 617-899-5636
Timeline
Direct Support Professional/Employment Coach
Ability Fousced
08.2025 - Current
Exercise Specialist & Direct Support Professional
Endless Possibilities Within The Community [EPIC]
10.2023 - 08.2025
Group Fitness Instructor
ChristianaCare Hospital
10.2023 - 05.2025
Exercise Physiologist
CardioKinetics
08.2022 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
Texas Tech University
Some College (No Degree) - No Degree [University Studies]
Texas A&M University
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